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Tuesday, July 15
 

9:00am MDT

Foraging Hike: Sundrenched Hillsides FILLING
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
TBA
Guided by Amanda Ellis, an expert forager, you’ll explore the sunlit hillsides of Crested Butte and discover edible plants, herbs, and mushrooms, gaining insight into their culinary uses and health benefits. Along the way, enjoy the serene surroundings and connect with fellow nature enthusiasts.

What to Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes, a water bottle, and a notebook (if you’d like to take notes!).
Speakers
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Amanda Ellis

Amanda Ellis, the creative force behind Superbloom Herbals, transforms her lifelong passion for plants into a flourishing tea-making venture. With over a decade of experience in herbalism and a Master Clinical Herbalist Certification, Amanda's journey began in her grandmother's enchanting... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 9:00am - 11:00am MDT
TBA
  Field Trips, Foraging Hike: Sundrenched Hillsides

12:00pm MDT

Wines of the Southwestern Landscape LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
Explore the rich and diverse wine offerings from this unique region! You'll discover the distinctive flavors and characteristics that define Southwestern wines, influenced by its vibrant landscapes and varied climates. Joe Buckel, Alex Llamas and Richard McDonald will walk you through how the Southwestern terroir brings a unique element to the wines they make.
Speakers
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Joe Buckel

Buckel Family Wine
To put it simply, Joe knows wine. From studying his father’s impressive cellar, to crafting exquisite wines in Sonoma at Flowers Vineyard and Winery, BR Cohn Winery, and nearby at Sutcliffe Vineyards, to carving out his own niche here in Colorado, Joe Buckel lives and breathes good... Read More →
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Alex Castillo Llamas

Fallen Mountain Wines
Alejandro Castillo Llamas is the co-founder and winemaker of Fallen Mountain Wines in Hotchkiss, CO, and Llamas Family Wines in Napa Valley, crafting minimal-intervention wines that embody a deep sense of place.Raised in a migrant farmworking family, Alex’s connection to the land... Read More →
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Richard McDonald

Cliff Dweller Wine Company
Born in Australia, Richard was exposed early on to the wine industry through helping out on his uncle’s vineyards in the Riverina area of New South Wales. Upon graduating high school Richard took a gap year and signed up to work as a vintage cellar hand in one of the local wineries... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm MDT
TBA
  Seminar, Wines of the Southwestern Landscape

2:00pm MDT

Riesling Uncorked LIMITED
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
TBA
Come experience an enlightening class dedicated to one of the world’s most versatile and aromatic grape varieties—Riesling! In this engaging session, Troy Bowen will lead you through the diverse expressions of Riesling wines, ranging from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, and learn about the regions that produce these exceptional wines. Led by Madeleine Martinez, this seminar will cover the history of Riesling, its unique flavor profiles, and the factors that influence its character, including terroir and winemaking techniques from around the globe.
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Troy Bowen

Noble Riot
From perfectly brewed cups to impeccably poured glasses, Troy Bowen has always been passionate about crafting the perfect experience. After a stint roasting beans and pulling espresso shots then another calling the shots backstage as a stage manager, he found his true calling: curating... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 2:00pm - 4:00pm MDT
TBA
  Seminar, Riesling Uncorked

4:00pm MDT

Desert Elixirs FILLING
Tuesday July 15, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
TBA
Experience an innovative seminar where the rich flavors of Montanya Rum meet the unique ingredients of the Southwestern desert! In this hands-on experience, you’ll learn to create delicious cocktails inspired by the natural bounty of the region, using foraged plants and herbs. Guided by the skilled mixologists at Montanya, you’ll explore the art of cocktail creation, starting with an introduction to Montanya Rum’s distinctive profiles. Discover how to incorporate local, foraged ingredients—such as wild herbs, edible flowers, and desert fruits—into your drinks for a truly authentic Southwestern experience.
Speakers
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Renee Newton

Montanya Distillers
Renée is one of the proud owners of Montanya, an LGBTQIA+-owned rum distillery nestled in the heart of Crested Butte, Colorado. With a background in mixology and years of experience, Renée has been instrumental in turning Montanya into a creative hub where exceptional rum and inventive... Read More →
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Amanda Ellis

Amanda Ellis, the creative force behind Superbloom Herbals, transforms her lifelong passion for plants into a flourishing tea-making venture. With over a decade of experience in herbalism and a Master Clinical Herbalist Certification, Amanda's journey began in her grandmother's enchanting... Read More →
Tuesday July 15, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm MDT
TBA
  Seminar, Desert Elixirs
 
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